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June is National Smile Month: Show off your smile!
posted: Jun. 07, 2023.

The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, Read more
Fluorosis: What is it?
posted: May 31, 2023.

Many people think dental fluorosis is a disease, but it’s not; it’s a condition that affects the appearance of your tooth’s enamel, not the function or health of the teeth. Read more
Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!
posted: May 24, 2023.

“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more
Avoid Brushing After Every Single Meal!
posted: May 17, 2023.

Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it Read more
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 10, 2023.

Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 03, 2023.

Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at The Cosmetic Dentist. Everyone wants a Read more
Pros and Cons of Veneers
posted: Apr. 26, 2023.

You might have a small chip in a tooth from an unfortunate encounter with peanut brittle, or even several chips from a touch football game that got a little out Read more
Make Every Day Earth Day
posted: Apr. 19, 2023.

Earth Day began in 1970 as an event to raise awareness of our environment. What began as a single day in April is now recognized around the world to bring Read more
How to Handle an Unexpected Dental Emergency
posted: Apr. 12, 2023.

Regardless of the type of dental emergency you experience, it is important that you visit The Cosmetic Dentist for emergency dental care as soon as possible. A chipped or cracked Read more
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 05, 2023.

Happy Oral Cancer Awareness Month! We know oral cancer can be kind of a scary topic, but it’s worth using this opportunity to learn about the disease and spread knowledge Read more
Lip Service
posted: Mar. 29, 2023.

When you think of the doctor, you naturally think of your teeth. But your dental professional is concerned with more than the teeth, as important as they are. All aspects Read more
What do I do if I fall and loosen my teeth?
posted: Mar. 22, 2023.

Although teeth are strong enough to tear through food, they are also fragile. An accident such as a fall may loosen teeth or knock a tooth out entirely. When a Read more
St. Patrick's Day
posted: Mar. 15, 2023.

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who Read more
Top Five Best Foods for Oral Health
posted: Mar. 08, 2023.

Some foods are just terrible for your teeth — think cookies and candy bars — but there are certain foods that are beneficial to your oral health. Below, the doctor Read more
March is National Nutrition Month!
posted: Mar. 01, 2023.

While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read more
The Link Between HPV and Oral Cancer
posted: Feb. 22, 2023.

Cancer has become a common word, and it seems like there is new research about it every day. We know antioxidants are important. We know some cancers are more treatable Read more